Discover the rich and turbulent history of this small, mostly rural European country. Bordered by France, Belgium and Germany, Luxembourg has been strategically important for centuries and saw many battles during the first and second world wars. Begin your trip to Luxembourg in Luxembourg City, a remarkable fortified town perched on sheer cliffs complete with a tunnel network. Explore the Bock Casements as well as the Chemin de la Corniche, a walkway along the city ramparts, before a tour of the Grand Ducal Palace. You might also like to pay your respects at the grave of US General George S. Patton. In the north of the country, Vianden Castle dates to the 10th century and is one of the largest castles west of the Rhine. In the south, explore the beautiful natural area, the Ardennes Forest.